December 30, 2019
Your weekly link to grown-up news and information from newspaper and
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Vitamin D Alone Doesn't Prevent Fractures:
Taking calcium and vitamin D might help older adults curb the risk of a bone fracture, but vitamin D alone does not do the job, a new research review concludes. HealthDay, Dec. 20.
Five Tips for Living Longer in 2020:
There are steps you can take to avoid deadly risks like falls, colon cancer and breast cancer, and increase your chances of living longer. The New York Times, Dec. 23.
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Tackling Inflammation to Fight Age-Related Ailments:
The quest for a fountain of youth is many centuries old and marred by many false starts and unfulfilled promises. But modern medical science is now gradually closing in on what might realistically enable people to live longer, healthier lives — if they are willing to sacrifice some popular hedonistic pleasures. The New York Times, Dec. 23.
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10 Ways to Avoid Paying Higher Medicare Premiums:
You likely don’t have to worry about paying more than the base or standard rate for your Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. But if your modified adjusted gross income as reported on your IRS tax return from two years ago is more than $87,000 a year for single taxpayers or if you’re a married couple and make more than $170,000, you'll pay the standard premium amount ($144.60 in 2020) plus an extra charge added to your premium. USA Today, Dec. 22.
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A Retiree’s Guide to Key Dates in 2020:
The start of a new year -- and a new decade, to boot -- is a great time to assess your financial situation and look ahead. You’ll want to consider moves for the long term, but it’s also critical to pay attention to the details in the short term so you don’t miss an important deadline. Kiplinger, Dec. 24.
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If You're Saving for Retirement, Remember This:
It's Really Just 20 Years of Unemployment: According to Northwestern Mutual’s Planning & Progress Study, only 16% of the adults surveyed had saved $200,000 or more for retirement. One in five Americans have less than $5,000 saved for their post-work years, and 15% have no nest egg at all. USA Today, Dec. 24.
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Make Time for a Retirement Checkup:
Retirees are inclined to invest more conservatively, so chances are you don’t have as much money in stocks as you should. Kiplinger, Dec. 23.
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The Most Tax-Friendly States to Retire:
Retirees can help their savings last longer by moving to a place with lower taxes. These states don't tax Social Security or pension income. However, they have very different property and sales tax rates, which should also be taken into consideration. U.S. News & World Report, Dec. 23.
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Test-Drive Your Retirement:
The idea of test-driving retirement—whether by cutting living expenses, staying for a few weeks at a potential retirement destination or hanging out at home for a week without work—makes sense to a lot of people. But it’s not easy. Kiplinger, Dec. 23.
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Look Out for These Scams:
Con artists don’t take time off for the holidays. As the year draws to a close, here are some scams to watch out for. Kiplinger, Dec. 27.
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Eco-Friendly Tips for Sustainable Trips:
Across all generations, but particularly among boomers, there’s a growing awareness about the urgency and impact of climate change, loss of biodiversity, and just in general, unsustainable practices. Kiplinger, Dec. 27.
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